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PH welcomes approval by UAE of Law on domestic workers

The Philippines welcomed on Wednesday a new law approved by the United Arab Emirates that would guarantee better conditions for hundreds of Filipino household service workers there. "We would like to express...

Cabbie in Arnaiz slay can’t be state witness: PAO chief

MANILA -- The taxi driver, who was allegedly robbed by slain former University of the Philippines student Carl Angelo Arnaiz, cannot be admitted as state witness, the Public Attorney’s Office (PAO) said...

Total hazing ban hurdles House committee

MANILA -- A measure seeking to prohibit all forms of hazing and regulate the initiation rites of fraternities, sororities and other organizations hurdled the committee level at the House of Representatives on...

PH using 3-pronged strategy to defeat terrorism

MANILA -- The Philippines is using a three-pronged strategy to defeat the threats posed by terrorism to help ensure there is no repeat of the ongoing crisis in Marawi City. This was emphasized...

Livelihood grant available for workers out of jobs — DOLE

MANILA -- The Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE) is urging marginalized workers to avail of livelihood assistance of the government to help increase their income. Undersecretary Joel Maglunsod said the department has...

Chinese envoy claims no info on drug triads in PH

MANILA -- Chinese Ambassador to the Philippines Zhao Jianhua has assured that China will not protect nationals who are involved in illegal activities in the Philippines, including drug trafficking. The statement came as the...

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